Tim Cross launches pro wrestling promotion from Marion County roots

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 10:47 PM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

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Tim Cross has founded a professional wrestling promotion called Real Shoot Wrestling in Marion County. After years of experience in various roles within the wrestling industry, he transitioned from running a fan discussion page on Facebook to establishing the promotion. RSW has expanded from local shows to events on the East Coast, showcasing talents including WWE's Je’Von Evans, Matt Riddle, and other notable wrestlers. Cross aims to provide affordable wrestling experiences for families while maintaining a homegrown approach in the region.

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  • Cross has 20 years of wrestling industry experience.
  • RSW features talent from WWE and the independent circuit.
  • The promotion has grown geographically to cover the East Coast.
  • Cross started RSW after creating a Facebook fan group.
  • The focus is on providing accessible wrestling experiences.
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FAIRMONT — Tim Cross has done just about every job possible in the pro wrestling industry. Cross, who was born in Norfolk, Virginia, moved to Marion County as a young child. He’s always been a fan of pro wrestling, and got into the industry in the mid-2000s. And from there, he spent over a decade in various roles. “I had basically three years wrestling and eight years of behind-the-scenes,” he ...

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